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Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookies with Mocha Chips

Chewy Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookies with Mocha Magic

These Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookies with Mocha Chips are the perfect blend of flavors, great for dessert or a delightful pick-me-up.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Ensure it's fresh.
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt Adjust to taste.
  • 0.75 cups unsalted butter Can substitute with margarine or coconut oil.
  • 0.5 cups brown sugar Light brown sugar can also be used.
  • 0.5 cups granulated sugar Coconut sugar can be used as a lower glycemic option.
  • 1 large egg Flaxseed meal mixed with water serves as a vegan alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Opt for pure vanilla for best taste.
For the Chocolate and Cherry Bliss
  • 1 cup dark chocolate chips Can substitute with semi-sweet chocolate chips.
  • 0.5 cups mocha chips Can replace with regular chocolate chips.
  • 1 cup dried cherries Cranberries or raisins work as alternatives.

Equipment

  • oven
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • Spatula
  • cookie scoop
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, and ½ teaspoon of salt.
  3. In another large mixing bowl, cream together ¾ cup of unsalted butter, ½ cup of brown sugar, and ½ cup of granulated sugar.
  4. Add in 1 large egg and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and mix until well combined.
  5. Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. Gently fold in 1 cup of dark chocolate chips, ½ cup of mocha chips, and 1 cup of chopped dried cherries.
  7. Drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden and centers look underbaked.
  9. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 19gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 15mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For chewier cookies, chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking. Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.

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